Adventure Quote by Gail Carriger
“What have I done thins time?" he paused to ask before continuing with his oral expedition about her body: her husband, the intrepid explorer.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Parasol Protectorate series, 2009
The narrator reflects on a past action, pausing before detailing an intimate, possibly intrusive, exploration of a woman's life and relationships.
In simple terms: He hesitates before describing a woman's personal history.
Pause before probing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- investigating a partner
- writing a memoir
- clinical interview
- family history
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why is the pause significant?
- When is it appropriate to explore intimate details?
Delving into private matters can breach trust.